School Services - School American Sign Language
Savannah, GA
ESS Clinical

ESS Clinical is currently hiring compassionate, skilled, and student-focused Educational Sign Language Interpreters (SLIs) to support Savannah Chatham County Public Schools for 2026-2027!

Pay starting at $48/hr

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide accurate ASL/English interpretation and transliteration services for students in educational settings
• Interpret classroom instruction, discussions, testing, assemblies, and extracurricular activities
• Support communication access while maintaining professional interpreting standards and ethics
• Collaborate with educational teams regarding student accommodations and communication needs
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and school district policies
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, IEP meetings, and professional development as required
• Maintain documentation and compliance requirements according to district and state guidelines
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for students

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet Georgia state requirements for Educational Interpreters, including:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or required depending on certification pathway)
• Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)
• Previous school-based or pediatric interpreting experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and families

Georgia State Certification & Licensure Requirements

Under the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (GaPSC), Educational Interpreters working in Georgia public schools must hold a valid Georgia Educational Interpreter License.

Qualified candidates must meet one of the following:

• Pass the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment (EIPA) with a score of 3.5 or higher.

Additional Georgia requirements may include:

• GaPSC Educational Interpreter License
• Background check and fingerprint clearance
• Completion of district onboarding requirements
• Continuing education/professional development for license renewal

Preferred Qualifications

• RID Certification (NIC, CI/CT, or equivalent)
• EIPA score of 4.0+ preferred
• Prior K–12 educational interpreting experience
• Knowledge of IDEA, IEP processes, and Deaf education supports
• Experience working with students with varying communication modalities

Compensation & Benefits

ESS Clinical offers:

• Competitive weekly compensation
• Flexible placement opportunities
• W-2 and 1099 opportunities (district dependent)
• Dedicated recruiter and operations support
• Professional development and ongoing support
• Access to school-based opportunities throughout Georgia 

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• Evaluate your candidacy and qualifications
• Conduct interviews and background checks
• Manage our recruitment and hiring processes
• Comply with applicable legal obligations

 
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